D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-12100

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Rule 17-12100 - PURPOSE

12100.1

The purpose of this chapter is to implement the High-Need Healthcare Career Scholarships and Supports Program ("Program"), which is authorized by the High Need Healthcare Career Scholarship and Health Professional Loan Repayment Program Amendment Act of 2022, effective March 10, 2023 (D.C. Law 24-313; D.C. Official Code §§ 7-791.01et seq.).

12100.2

The purpose of the Program is to increase the number of healthcare workers in high- need healthcare careers in the District by providing supports and services to individuals who agree to serve as such workers in the District.

12100.3

Under the Program, the Department may, pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter, pay for expenses incurred by:

(a) Program participants to obtain credentials to serve as healthcare workers in designated high-need healthcare careers, including the costs of education, training, transportation, and examinations; and

(c) Approved educational institutions and training programs for providing education and training to Program participants.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-12100

Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 15078 (12/13/2024)